Senatemain
Committee on Rules and Administration
Manages Senate operations, administrative procedures, and Capitol facilities. Oversees committee assignments, floor proceedings, and the Smithsonian Institution.
Responsibilities
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Senate rules and procedures
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Committee assignments and organization
03
Capitol facilities and security
04
Smithsonian Institution oversight
05
Library of Congress management
06
Senate administrative operations
Recent Work
Senate Ethics Reform
Updated financial disclosure requirements and gift restrictions
Role: Amended Senate rules to expedite financial disclosure filing; banned acceptance of privately sponsored travel; required more detailed reporting of stock transactions by members and staff
Senate Staffing Investigation
Reviewed workplace misconduct allegations in member offices
Role: Investigated harassment complaints against member offices; recommended counseling and training requirements; referred serious cases to Senate Sergeant at Arms for further action
Committee Members
17 total
